Deluxe Lake Spa at Polynesian Spa
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September 2026
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What you can expect
Relax at the Deluxe Lake Spa at Polynesian Spa in Rotorua, offering a premium hot pool area set right on the lakeside. This Rotorua spa experience includes access to five naturally heated pools (36°C - 41°C), enriched with minerals from the Priest Spring and Rachel Spring. The four alkaline pools help to soften the skin, while the single acidic pool is known for its muscle-relaxing properties.
For those seeking the benefits of hydrotherapy, a cold plunge pool is also available to encourage circulation and detoxification. Between soaks, guests can unwind on the geothermally heated recliners or visit the large indoor lounge, which provides a peaceful retreat with lake and garden views.
The Deluxe Lake Spa combines premium facilities with a family-friendly environment. Children are welcome, provided a quiet atmosphere is maintained for the comfort of all guests.
Your ticket includes access to spacious changing facilities, complete with secure lockers, towels and complimentary toiletries.
Located at the iconic Polynesian Spa in Rotorua, the award-winning original hot pool destination, this premium spa experience is ideal for those looking to enjoy Rotorua’s renowned geothermal waters in a peaceful lakeside setting.
Location
What you need to know
- Entry to the Deluxe Lake Spa area at Polynesian Spa
- Access to 5 mineral pools (4 acidic pools & 1 alkaline pool)
- Hydrotherapy cold plunge pool
- Geothermally heated recliners for relaxation
- Large indoor lounge overlooking Lake Rotorua
- Changing rooms with secure lockers, towels, shampoo, soap & hairdryers
- Optional swimwear hire available (additional cost)
- Allow 2 hours
- Regular timeslots between 9am & 10:15pm
- Meet at Polynesian Spa on Hinemoa Street, Lakeside, Rotorua
- Operates daily all year
- Children under 8yrs must be actively supervised by an adult (16yrs+). No jumping or diving is allowed in this pool area
- Infants under 2yrs enter free (swimming nappies required)
- Swimwear is available to hire or purchase on site
- Changing areas include towels, toiletries, hairdryers & secure lockers
- Polynesian Spa is cashless, card payment required for any purchases on the day
- Please shower before entering the pools
- Mineral water may tarnish jewellery, we recommend removing jewellery before entering the pools
- No food or drink is permitted in the pools (licensed cafe available on-site)
- For direct pool bookings (public or private), you can reschedule your booking up to three months ahead if you let us know at least 12 hours before your scheduled time
- We do not provide refunds, and changes requested with less than 12 hours’ notice are non-refundable and non-transferable
- For Retreat Day Spa therapies, a minimum of 12 hours’ notice is required to cancel or change a booking for a full refund
- Cancellations or changes with less than 12 hours’ notice will be charged in full.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly
